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Mount Shekinah Country Hotel

3.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Balgowan hotel

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Snack bar
Outdoor pool, an infinity pool, sun loungers
Lobby lounge
View from property
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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R103 Howick Balgowan, Balgowan, KwaZulu-Natal, 3275
  • Place, Michaelhouse Nature Reserve
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Gowrie Farm Golf Course
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Fordoun Spa
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Cottage | Minibar, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | Minibar, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Executive Room

  • 581 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Balgowan

In Balgowan .Stay at this Balgowan hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Michaelhouse Nature Reserve and 9 miles (15 km) of Gowrie Farm Golf Course. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Sherwood Centre and The Junction.

What's nearby

  • Michaelhouse Nature Reserve - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Gowrie Farm Golf Course - 17 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Sherwood Centre - 19 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Bill Barnes Crane and Oribi Nature Reserve - 21 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Fordoun Spa - 27 min drive - 12.4 miles

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piggly Wiggly Farm Stall - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Piggly Wiggly Coffee Shop - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Blueberry Café - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Bierfassl - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Caversham Mill Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Mount Shekinah Country Hotel

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Balgowan hotel
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Balgowan hotel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2006
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Mount Shekinah Country Hotel offers 15 accommodations with minibars and bathrobes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Balgowan hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Infinity pool
  • Outdoor pool

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 300.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 300.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Mount Shekinah Country Hotel to the airport?

Mount Shekinah Country Hotel is 34.9 mi (57-min drive) away from the Pietermaritzburg (PZB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Mount Shekinah Country Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel.

Does Mount Shekinah Country Hotel offer free breakfast?

Mount Shekinah Country Hotel offers free English breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

Is there free parking at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Mount Shekinah Country Hotel have a pool?

Mount Shekinah Country Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Mount Shekinah Country Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Mount Shekinah Country Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Mount Shekinah Country Hotel to downtown Balgowan?

Mount Shekinah Country Hotel is 0.4 mi away from Balgowan.

Mount Shekinah Country Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, very central in the Midlands Meander area, and good security. Excellent food and spacious room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel is okay but lacks good facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay at this beautiful resort.

The welcoming way we were greeted set the stage for our wonderful stay at this fantastic lodge. The grounds are beautiful and expansive and very well maintained. Our room was perfect, the amenities were first rate and the comfort of the bed and lush pillows were outstanding. The front desk brought us a delicious bowl of fresh fruit that we enjoyed from our deck overlooking the stunning view. We enjoyed a first-class dinner with the best service one could ask for - the food was to perfection!! In the morning, we enjoyed a full breakfast with home baked bread and the best scrambled eggs - and, again, fantastic service. The owners have done such a great job in remodelling this excellent venue and their hospitality was so warm and kind. We loved our stay here!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simphiwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel next to prestigious Michaelhouse

Relaxing tranquil environment.Beautiful gardens. Tasty variety of food.Wonderful management and staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toneka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel and Tanith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Toneka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018